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Accounting Specialist
Job description
Position Summary
We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to join our team. This position is responsible for managing Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, company credit card reconciliations, payroll support, and monthly accruals, while providing day-to-day support to the VP of Finance. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Process Accounts Payable, including vendor invoices, payment processing, and vendor statement reconciliations
- Manage Accounts Receivable, including customer invoicing, cash applications, collections, and account reconciliations
- Reconcile company credit card transactions and ensure proper coding and documentation
- Prepare monthly accruals and assist with month-end close activities
- Assist with payroll processing, payroll reporting, and employee timekeeping
- Support staffing activities, including onboarding paperwork, employee records, and recruiting coordination
- Perform bank reconciliations and general ledger account reconciliations
- Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation
- Assist with financial reporting, audits, budgeting, and other projects as assigned by the VP of Finance
- Respond to vendor and customer inquiries in a professional and timely manner
- Perform other accounting and administrative duties as needed Qualifications
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred
- 3+ years of accounting experience with AP and AR
- Experience with payroll processing
- Understanding of month-end close and accrual accounting
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills
- Experience with ERP/accounting software
- Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills
- Ability to work independently while managing multiple deadlines
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail Preferred Qualifications
- Manufacturing accounting experience
- HR or staffing experience
- Inventory accounting experience
- Experience supporting finance leadership
Description copied from Retail First's careers page. Read the full posting before you apply.
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